Wanda (Parker) Tomlinson
January 27, 1947 ~ June 22, 2018
Wanda (Parker) Tomlinson, 71, of Mooresville, passed away Friday, June 22, 2018. Wanda was born on January 27, 1947 in Plano, Indiana, to the late William and Hazel (Rice) Parker.
Wanda graduated from Eminence High School in 1965 and continued at Indiana State University receiving her teaching master’s degree in 1969. Mrs. Tomlinson taught at Cascade Schools from 1969-1976 and continued teaching at Mooresville High School from 1997-2008 as a math teacher. She was a long time member of Alpha Delta Kappa. Mrs. Tomlinson was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church until it closed down, then she attended New Life Community Church. She loved to volunteer her time to the community and one place she enjoyed was the St. Francis Hospice. Wanda was into bargain hunting and garage sales, but she most of all enjoyed spending her time with her family. She is going to be greatly missed by her loving family and friends.
In addition to her parents she is also preceded in death by her sister, Judy Jones.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 45 years, Harry L. Tomlinson of Mooresville; children, Alisa (Kevin) Russell of Lebanon, Ohio and David (Rosie Manza) Tomlinson of Mooresville; brothers, George (Ilse) Parker of Lewisville, Carl (Mary Frances) Parker of Martinsville, Bill Parker of Martinsville, Blane (Gracie) Parker of Paragon, and Bob (Dianne) Parker of Mooresville; sisters, Dorothy (John) Clements of Bargersville, Mary Parker of Plano, and Barbara (Ric) Merchant of Greenwood; and three grandchildren, Natalie, Benjamin, and Kathryn.
Friends and family will gather Monday, June 25, 2018, 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory. The funeral service will begin at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 26, 2018. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donations to The Crossing (Mooresville Alternative School): 2930 S. Nappannee St Elkhart, Indiana 46517 or donate books to Newby School Library . Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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So sorry to hear the news about Wanda. Her and my sister-in-law Patty Owen Wells were best of friends in school and out of school. I always LOVED to visit with Harry and Wanda. We played cards back in the 70’s when I married Mark Owen. We was a great lady. Prayers for Harry her husband, and all the family. Deeply sadden, Karen Owen
My friend, my teaching buddy, my math wizard…I’ll miss all of those things. We shared many good times. Prayers to all the family.
Sorry to hear of Wanda’s passing. I always enjoyed talking with her at school and at our monthly lunches. She will truly be missed by all. Prayers for her & family
So sad to hear. She was my Brownie leader, such a great lady. Prayers to all.
This amazing woman was a gift to so many. I’m grateful for her in so many ways but especially as a wonderful neighbor and loving friend to my sister, Jenni. Wanda ‘s legacy lives on in her exceptional children, beautiful grandchildren, and her students to whom she generously shared her talents.
I can picture her now standing in front of my 7th grade math class. She was an exceptionally kind person.
Worked with Wanda in Adult Education for a few years. Great and kind lady.
Wanda was a great mentor for me when I began teaching math at Mooresville High School many years ago, and she became a dear, dear friend. Heaven has gained a great one! Much love and many prayers for her sweet family.
You was my favorite math teacher in Mooresville! You will be missed by many. R.I.H Mrs. Tomlinson ❤️
Mrs. Tomlinson, i will truly miss you. You will always hold a special place in my heart, you we’re so patient with me and helped me so much in math.. I still never did great, but you made sure I passed, you never gave up on me. Prayers for your family ߒ–
I am so very sorry for your temporary separation. Wanda is at peace and is healed now. That’s something we all look forward to. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Like – Monroe City, In.
You will be missed I couldn’t have graduated without you you helped me so much
She was a great teacher and friend. She will be missed so much.
My sympathy goes out to Wanda’s family. I am a friend of Wanda’s sister, Mary. I would see Wanda at the big Parker family garage sales. I always enjoyed the laid back attitudes and dry humor I experienced in the conversations between the family members. I know that Wanda will be greatly missed.-Nora Carroll
Wanda was such a great friend and fabulous math teacher. I always enjoyed her company throughout my high school career and beyond. I know she’s enjoying her new home with all her many friends.. you will be greatly missed!!
Such a sweet, wonderful lady who will be missed by lots.
Harry Lee, I’m so sorry for your lost. I loved Wanda the 2 years she was my teacher and asst. coach for basketball at Cascade. She was always a lot of fun. I have great memories of her and also when you were visiting your parents and you would holler across the neighbor’s at me (‘that I needed to practice harder’ ߤ£) when I was out shooting basketball. Prayers. God bless you and your family. Melinda (Bloomer) Ashcraft
I just found out today. My memories of Wanda go way back to 69-70ish at Cascade High School. We used to run around with Wanda and Harry I think before they were married. Lost touch with her after high school as I moved to Indpls and began a life if my own, working, new church, new friends, and we just lost touch. I never got to meet up with you after you had your babies, but did think of you. So sorry to hear about Wanda and my heart goes out to Harry, the kids and grandchildren. Prayersxfor the family as you walk out this difficult loss. Eva Trump-Robinson